2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 523 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |